BPL 2019, Match 25: Khulna Titans vs Rangpur Riders: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Having lost six out of their seven matches, Khulna Titans are in deep trouble in the ongoing edition of the Bangladesh Premier League. The team, captained by all-rounder Mahmudullah Riyad, has made way too many changes thus far in their eleven and has strained to find the right competition. With the tournament already into its second half, the Titans are undoubtedly running out of time.

They are next scheduled to play the Rangpur Riders in their next contest at the Sher-E-Bangla National Stadium. The Riders, on the contrary, are fourth in the points table with three wins. Their batting lineup, especially after the inclusion of AB de Villiers, is well and truly one of the strongest in the T20 extravaganza. Mashrafe Mortaza’s men would be keen to turn over the Titans and move up the table.

Match Details

The 25th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2019 will be played between Khulna Titans and Rangpur Riders at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.

The match starts at 1:30 PM local time (7:30 AM GMT) (1:00 PM IST). This game will be telecast live on D Sport in India.

Pitch Condition/Report:

From being a bowling-friendly wicket, the pitch in Dhaka has steadfastly turned into a batting paradise. In yesterday’s match between Rajshahi Kings and Comilla Victorians, the bowlers were taken to the cleaners. Another run-fest can be expected in the first of tomorrow’s doubleheader as both teams have power-packed batting lineups.

Average first innings score: 154 (Day matches in this tournament)

Chasing teams’ record: Won – 2, Loss – 5, Tie – 1 (Day matches in this tournament)

Probable XI:

Khulna Titans:

Junaid Siddique, Paul Stirling, Al-Amin, Brendan Taylor (WK), Mahmudullah (C), Ariful Haque, David Wiese, Shariful Islam, Taijul Islam, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Lasith Malinga/Junaid Khan.

Bench – Jahurul Islam, Dawid Malan, Yasir Shah, Carlos Brathwaite, Subashis Roy, Zahir Khan, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Tanvir Islam, Sherfane Rutherford.

Note: Yasir Shah is available after the Test series against South Africa.

Rangpur Riders:

Chris Gayle/Benny Howell, Alex Hales, Rilee Rossouw, AB de Villiers, Mohammad Mithun (WK), Farhad Reza, Mashrafe Mortaza (C), Shafiul Islam, Sohag Gazi, Nazmul Islam, Nahidul Islam.

Bench: Sean Williams, Nadif Chowdhury, Ravi Bopara, Abul Hasan, Sheldon Cottrell, Mehedi Maruf, Fardeen Hasan.

It’s tough to predict the exact teams as they have made frequent changes to their lineup.

Power Picks:

Mohammad Mithun thus far scored 147 runs from six innings at an average of 24.5 with three 30 plus scores under his belt.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Rilee Russouw is a must as either a captain or a vice-captain. Junaid Siddique is also a good option for the captain as he bats higher up the order and is also in decent form. Mahmudullah Riyad and AB de Villiers can be the picked as the vice-captain as well.

Playing XI #1 for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper – Mohammad Mithun

Batters – AB de Villiers, Rilee Rossouw, Junaid Siddique (VC), Paul Stirling

All-Rounders – Mahmudullah, David Wiese, Ariful Haque

Bowlers – Mashrafe Mortaza, Shafiul Islam, Taijul Islam

Playing XI #2 for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Brendan Taylor

Batters – AB de Villiers (VC), Rilee Russouw, Alex Hales, Junaid Siddique (C), Paul Stirling

All-Rounders – Mahmudullah, Ariful Haque

Bowlers – Shafiul Islam, Nazmul Islam, Taijul Islam

Expert Advice:

Given the way Khulna Titans have rotated their overseas options, it will be ideal to minimize overseas picks from their side.

Probable Winners:

Rangpur Riders are most likely to win the encounter.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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